Zucchini bread is one of those gifts that keeps spilling over in every direction. It’s a gift to me because it’s so easy to make in a flash, even with…
I already own two good oven mitts. One is a full-size silicone oven mitt, and the other (which I will never get rid of) is a ridiculous-looking but very effective…
Of all the condiments I use in my cooking, mustard wins every time. I love a good hot sauce and I have nothing against mayonnaise or ketchup, but in my…
I'm not one for meat-based pizza. I love a good margarita or a simple veggie pie, and I can even afford to eat a nicely grilled pepperoni and cheese. But…
It’s no secret that the key to the countless layers of fluffy dough that make up my favorite pastry, the almond croissant, is butter. Lots of butter. Not only is…
Roasted vegetables are my favorite side dish, especially during the fall and winter months when I need to make dinner quickly and effortlessly. What I love most about them is…
There was a time, not so long ago, when air fryers weren’t a common appliance in every kitchen. And somehow, everyone got there, including me. Once I got my hands…
Lately I've started eating canned tuna. It's a great way to feel nourished and so easy to turn into an easy lunch or no-cook dinner, and I find myself reaching…
Cucumbers are one of the few produce items I keep stocked in my kitchen year-round. A key ingredient in some of my favorite dishes like fattoush, gazpacho, and spicy crushed…
I never buy instant coffee to drink. Although I always have a jar on hand, it’s for recipes that call for instant beans or a strong cup of coffee. Some…